How To Fix /SCWM/GM046 - Serial numbers not allowed in non-serialized product (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/GM -

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Serial numbers not allowed in non-serialized product (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/GM046 - Serial numbers not allowed in non-serialized product (&1) ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/GM046 Serial numbers not allowed in non-serialized product (&1) typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an attempt to process a non-serialized product with serial number information. This error indicates that the system is trying to associate serial numbers with a product that is not configured to handle serial numbers.
  Cause:
  
  Product Configuration: The product in question is not set up to manage serial numbers in the material master. This means that the material is defined as a non-serialized product.
  Transaction Context: The transaction being executed (e.g., goods movement, stock transfer) is attempting to use serial numbers for a product that does not support them.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an error in data entry where serial numbers are mistakenly entered for a non-serialized product.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings:
  
  Go to the material master record for the product in question.
  Verify the settings under the "Basic Data" and "Sales" views to ensure that the product is configured correctly. If the product should be serialized, you may need to change its configuration to allow for serial number management.
  If the product is indeed non-serialized, ensure that no serial numbers are being entered during transactions.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Data:
  
  Review the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that you are not entering serial numbers for the non-serialized product.
  If you are using a custom program or interface, check the logic to ensure it does not attempt to assign serial numbers to non-serialized products.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to serial number management in EWM to understand the configuration and usage better.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  If this error is frequent, consider providing training to users on how to handle serialized and non-serialized products correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on serial number management.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to material master maintenance (e.g., MM01, MM02) and EWM transactions (e.g., /SCWM/PRDI for product data).
  EWM Configuration: Review the EWM configuration settings related to product and serial number management to ensure they align with business requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your product configurations are set up correctly for your business processes.